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Today’s Lesson 47 topic: THE ANTICHRIST

Date: 20 July 2025

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TOPIC: THE ANTICHRIST

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, help me to have a deeper understanding of who the antichrist is in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4.

3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;
4 Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Who is a liar but he that denieth that Jesus is the Christ? He is antichrist, that denieth the Father and the Son.” 1 John 2:22.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Antichrist implies opposition to Christ. The Bible does not say anything specific about where the Antichrist will come from. Many Bible scholars speculate that he will come from a confederacy of ten nations and/or a reborn Roman empire (Daniel 7:24-25; Revelation 17:7). Others see him as having to be a Jew to claim to be the Messiah. All of these are just speculations since the Bible does not specifically say where the Antichrist will come from or what ethnicity he will be. However, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 tells us how we will recognise the Antichrist. His appearance is one of the eschatological events.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To show believers the mission and end of the antichrist.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Know what the ‘antichrist’ implies.
• Mention the other names of the antichrist.
• Understand the mission of the antichrist.
• Explain the end of the antichrist.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

• Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
• Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
• Teach the lesson outline, summarise, conclude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4

Apostle Paul while admonishing the Thessalonians to avoid being deceived, drew their attention to the events that will culminate into the end of this present world. One of which will be the appearance of the person of the antichrist and how believers can identify him through some of his actions. It states that:

i. Let no man…V3.

ii. Who opposeth…V4.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Teaching Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: HIS OTHER NAMES

There are many speculations about who the Antichrist is/would be: some people think he is currently one of the popular world leaders, and some even believe he is/would be one of the world’s richest men.

The Bible has other names for him:

• The little horn (Daniel 7:8).
• Man of Sin and son of perdition (2 Thessalonians
  2:3)
• The Beast (Revelation 13:2-8).
• The king who sets up the abomination of desolation (Mark 13:14; Daniel 9:27).
• The man of lawlessness (2 Thessalonians 2:1-12).
• The rider on a white horse – representing his claim to be a man of peace (Revelation 6:2).
• The vile Person (Daniel 11:21).
• The Wicked (2 Thessalonians 2:8).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

The class should give instances of speculations about the antichrist and how many of the speculations have proven to be false.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: HIS MISSION AND END

A. His Mission

• The antichrist will be empowered to rule the world (Daniel 7:25-26).
• He will work great miracles to deceive people (Revelation 13:11-13).
• He will position his images in strategic and holy places and force people to worship them (Thessalonians 2:4; Matthew 24:15).
• He will speak great things and blasphemies (Revelation 13:5).
• He will make war with the saints (Revelation 13:7).
• He will speak and prophesy lies to confuse people (Daniel 11:21).
• He will persecute the remnant that will be faithfu to God (Revelation 12:17
• He will take control of both the political and economic powers of the world (Revelation 13:16-17).
• He will give an identification number to those who will accept him.
• The number is ‘666’ – this number will allow people to buy and sell.
• Those who reject the number will be killed

B. His End

• At His second coming, Christ will bind the antichrist and cast him alive into the lake of fire burning with brimstone (Revelation 19:20).
• Those who accept the mark of the beast (the an-tichrist) will be “…slain with the sword of him that sat upon the horse.….” and their corpse fed to the birds (Revelation 19:21).
• The Ancient of Days will take away the kingdom from the antichrist and establish His Holy Kingdom forever (Daniel 7:26-27).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

The class should discuss some of the innovations and policies that suggest a preparation for the coming of the antichrist.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 20 July 2025

Believers must be watchful to avoid missing the rapture and thus, fall prey to the antichrist.

EVALUATION:

Mention at least five missions of the antichrist.

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, please take me with You when you come to take the saints from the world and do not let me witness the days of the manifestation of the antichrist.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 47

Search the Bible and write out five major activities of the Antichrist after the rapture with reference each (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 46 topic: PASS ON THE TORCH

Date: 13 July 2025

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TOPIC: PASS ON THE TORCH

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, help me to comprehend the need to ‘pass on the torch.’

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 2 Kings 2:9-14

9 And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me.
10 And he said, Thou hast asked a hard thing: nevertheless, if thou see me when I am taken from thee, it shall be so unto thee; but if not, it shall not be so.
11 And it came to pass, as they still went on, and talked, that, behold, there appeared a chariot of fire, and horses of fire, and parted them both asunder; and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven.

12 And Elisha saw it, and he cried, My father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof. And he saw him no more: and he took hold of his own clothes, and rent them in two pieces.
13 He took up also the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and went back, and stood by the bank of Jordan;
14 And he took the mantle of Elijah that fell from him, and smote the waters, and said, Where is the Lord God of Elijah? and when he also had smitten the waters, they parted hither and thither: and Elisha went over.

MEMORY VERSE:

“And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.”
2 Timothy 2:2.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

To pass on the torch means to teach others unique skills, businesses, faith, etc. that we know so that whether we are around or not, others will continue the good work.

Apostle Paul knew the importance of this, thus he charged Timothy to groom other faithful men in the faith and the doctrines (2 Timothy 2:2). The torch of faith and expertise has to pass from one person to the other for the light to continue to burn.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach the inhibiting factors and the blessings of passing on the torch

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Know what it means to ‘pass on the torch.
• Understand the factors that hinder people from ‘passing on the torch’
• Mention the blessings of ‘passing on the torch.’

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the well-being of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outlines, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: 2 Kings 2:9-14.

This passage narrates the conversation between Elijah and Elisha when Elijah is about to be transported into heaven by a whirlwind. It further detailed the successful passing on of the mantle of power and the double portion of the anointing of Elijah to Elisha. The discussion reads thus:

i. It came to pass…v9.

ii. Elijah said…V10.

iii. It came to pass…V11.

iv. Elisha saw it…V12.

v. He took up…V13.

vi. He took the…V14.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Teaching Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: INHIBITING FACTORS

Many factors hinder people from ‘passing on the torch’ but we shall examine a few of them.

Ignorance of the enormous benefits that can be derived from duplicating oneself or skill in others prevents some people who are skilful in a particular field from teaching others the same thing they know (Exodus 18:13-18).

The fear of the ‘student’ being better or greater than the ‘teacher’ prevents some people from passing the torch of what they know or believe to others (Proverbs 29:25)

Pride: the self-glory of wanting to be the ‘only one’ skilful or knowledgeable in a given field restricts some individuals from impacting others (Philippians 2:3).

The desire to be known and called the ‘only pro’ in a field prevents them from influencing other people.

The insecurity of being relegated to the background makes some people hold on to what they know (1 John 4:18).

A myopic view of “the bigger the better” is a constraint from accommodating others and sharing the required knowledge.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

What are the other factors that hinder people from ‘passing on the torch.’

LESSON OUTLINE 2: THE BLESSINGS

Knowledge and skill transfer or passing on our faith has so many blessings. Some of these are:

• Generational Blessings: The transfer of skill or our faith to another generation brings outstanding blessings to the family and makes them stand out (2 Timothy 1:5).
• Awareness: Information goes far when it is shared and with this, comes a great level of enlightenment and education (Daniel 12:4; Hebrews 13:16).
• Experience Transfer: It enables an expert to transfer his/her wealth of experience to others who can use the skill for more inventions (Proverbs 31:1).
• Joy: There is an unexplainable excitement that comes when we share what we know with othel (John 4:28-29)
• You Become A Guru: Teaching others what you know makes you a source and reference point because those who glean from your wealth of knowledge will likely refer to you and respect your authority in that field of specialization (Acts 22:3).
• It Attracts Favour: Being open-minded to let others know what we know results in goodwill (1Kings 10:3, 10).
• Multiplication: Knowledge grows rapidly when it is shared (2 Timothy 2:2).
  Sustainability: Great skills and expertise are sustained when effectively passed on to others (Titus 1:9).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

The class should discuss the consequences of refusing to ‘pass on the torch’ to others.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 13 July 2025

Pass on the torch and die empty (Job 1:21a; John 17:4b, 8a).

EVALUATION:

Mention the blessings attached to passing on the torch to others

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, please help me to be deliberate in teaching people what I know in Jesus’ name.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 46

Identify five Bible characters who passed on their knowledge to others with biblical references (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 45 topic: PROPHET SAMUEL

Date: 6 July 2025

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TOPIC: PROPHET SAMUEL

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, help me to learn from the life and ministry of Prophet Samuel in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: 1 Samuel 7:7-10

7 And when the Philistines heard that the children of Israel were gathered together to Mizpeh, the lords of the Philistines went up against Israel. And when the children of Israel heard it, they were afraid of the Philistines.
8 And the children of Israel said to Samuel, Cease not to cry unto the Lordour God for us, that he will save us out of the hand of the Philistines.
9 And Samuel took a sucking lamb, and offered it for a burnt offering wholly unto the Lord: and Samuel cried unto the Lord for Israel; and the Lordheard him.
10 And as Samuel was offering up the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to battle against Israel: but the Lord thundered with a great thunder on that day upon the Philistines, and discomfited them; and they were smitten before Israel.

MEMORY VERSE:

“And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground.” 1 Samuel 3:19

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Samuel, the 13th judge of Israel was born of Levitical parents (Chronicles 6:16, 25-28; 1 Samuel 1:1). The date of his birth was around 1070 BC. His mother was Hannah, a noble and good woman, married to Elkanah.

The meaning of the Hebrew word translated Samuel is ‘God heard’ (1 Samuel 1:20). Being a Prophet and a Seer, he was the last and greatest of the Judges of Israel, who were chosen by God to rule over the people, and to save them in time of war and oppression.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To draw out lessons from the life and ministry of Prophet Samuel.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this study, students should be able to:

• Know the background of Prophet Samuel.
• Understand the character and achievements of Prophet Samuel.
• Explain and apply the lessons from the life of Prophet Samuel.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: 1 Samuel 7:7-10.

This passage narrates the unusual event that happened when Samuel prayed and offered burnt offerings to the Lord and He responded by demoral-ising the Philistines. It further evidenced God’s overwhelming backing for Prophet Samuel. It says that:

i. When the Philistines…. V7.

ii. The children of Israel said…. V8.

iii. Samuel took….v9.

iv. As Samuel……. V10.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Teaching Method

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: HIS CHARACTER AND ACHIEVEMENTS

A. The Character Called Samuel

• Samuel was a good and obedient man from childhood (1 Samuel 3:9-10).
• He was committed to serving God under the tutelage of Eli the Priest (1 Samuel 3:1a).
• He was available to hear from God at a time when the word and visions from the LORD became rare (1 Samuel 3:1-4).
• He was bold to declare God’s counsel to the house of Israel when they abandoned God (1Samuel 7:3).
• He preferred the theocratic system to the monarchy demanded by the Israelites and he openly displayed his displeasure to the latter (1 Samuel 8:4-6).
• He was known as an intercessor who hears from God (1 Samuel 7:8-9; Psalm 99:6-7).
• He was a man well known for his integrity (1
  Samuel 12:1-4).

B. HIS ACHIEVEMENTS

• In 1050 BC, the Lord instructed Samuel to anoint Saul as king over Israel (1 Samuel 9:15-17; 10:1).
• He defeated the Philistines and ended their forty-year oppression of Israel in 1030 BC (1 Samuel Z:13).
• Through this victory, the Israelites recovered their captured cities and had peace all the days of Samuel (1 Samuel 7:14).
• God gave him the opportunity to also anoint David as king in place of Saul (1 Samuel 15:28; 16:1, 13).
• The Lord did not let his word fail (1 Samuel 3:19).
• Prophet Samuel died in Ramah in 1011 BC and the whole nation mourned the loss of their beloved leader (1 Samuel 28:3).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

The class should discuss the probable reasons God did not punish Prophet Samuel for the sins of his sons as He did Prophet Eli.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: LESSONS FROM HIS LIFE

Here are some of the things believers can learn from the amazing life of Prophet Samuel:

i. The gift of Samuel to Hannah is a testimony to the fact that God knows the hearts of everyone and His promises never fail (1 Samuel 1:17-20).

ii. Samuel was a passionate, consistent and faithful lover of God and His righteousness (1Samuel 3:20; 8:4-6).

iii. God will always talk to His loved ones and reveal His secrets to them (1 Samuel 3:11).

iv. Faithfulness to God commands authority and great respect from people (1 Samuel 15:26-28; 16:4).

v. We must choose to obey and honour God totally above men (1 Samuel 15:24, 32-33).

vi. God helps and supports His beloved (1 Samuel 7:10).

vii. Everyone must prepare for the day of accountability and reckoning because it is certain (1 Samuel 3: 1-5; 12:3).

viii. He was referenced in Acts 3:24 and 13:20 by the Apostles as a Seer and a Prophet and numbered in the hall of fame in Hebrews 11:32

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Considering 1 Samuel 15:24-25 was Samuel completely fair in the way he handled Saul’s disobedience even though the latter acknowledged his sins and asked for pardon?

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 6 July 2025

God can make use of you like Samuel if you are willing and ready to pay the price.

EVALUATION:

Mention the Characters of Prophet Samuel

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, I am willing and ready for You, please use me for Your glory like You did with Samuel.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 45

From 1 Samuel 12:3, identify five questions asked by Samuel to prove his integrity before the people (2×5=10 Marks).

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Today’s Lesson 44 topic: STILL WATERS

Date: 29 June 2025

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TOPIC: STILL WATERS

OPENING PRAYER:

Father, please help me understand what it means to stay beside the still waters in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE:

The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Psalm 23: 1-6

1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

MEMORY VERSE:

“He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.” Psalm 23:2

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Sheep do not birth their lambs in a turbulent or stormy place; they keep away from others to deliver what is inside of them. Adam, while in the garden, a calm place, was able to name, categorise and file all the animals without any physical aid (computer, pen, paper, etc.) -Genesis 2:15, 19-20

The still water is a calm place where God brings you to maximise your potential. When your head is “clear” you can think, remember, and evolve. The challenge is how to achieve the calmness that will birth the greatness inside when constantly bombarded with ‘noise’ (chal-lenges, troubles, trials, etc.).

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach how to achieve the calmness that will birth greatness inside us amid the storm.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Explain the term ‘Still waters.’
• Know how to deal with the distractions and challenges that inhibit growth and progress.
• Understand how to identify what constitutes green pastures.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

1. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the discussion, and do class activities and assignment.
2. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.
3. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: Psalm 23:1-6.

This passage highlights David’s confidence in God’s grace to take care of him and to keep him from all evil. He declares:

1. The Lord is my…v1.
2. He maketh….v2.
3. He restoreth…v3.
4. Yea…V4.
5. Thou….V5.
6. Surely,…V6.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Question and Answer Teaching Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT: The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: SILENCE THE “NOISE”

Question 1: Why do Ships sink?

Answer: Ships do not sink because they pass through waters but because the waters pass through them.

Question 2: Can you prevent the negative occurrences around you from taking over your mind and abilities?

Answer: Yes. With God on your side, you have the power to prevent the negative occurrences around you from taking over your mind and abilities.

Question 3: How can you achieve the calmness that will birth the greatness inside you?

Answer: You can achieve the calmness that will birth the greatness inside when you:

1. Silence the voice of mediocrity, bitterness, regrets, etc. and constantly assure yourself that you are made for greatness (Proverbs 23:7a; Hebrews 12:15).
2. Deal with any destructive behaviour to protect your self-esteem.
3. Avoid being so busy or cumbered, with just trying to survive, focus on accomplishing your visions and goals (Proverbs 29:18).
4. Be time-conscious and avoid going round in circles (John 9:4).
5. Stop being reactive, wake up daily with an agenda and a sense of urgency, and direction (Philippians
   4:8).
6. Close all loopholes in your marriage, family, career, etc. and work towards unity, prosperity and dominion.

Question 4: What are the things you need to take note of?

Answer:

i. Your prosperity is a reflection of your inside (3 John 2).

ii. Your vision should not be limited to your situation.

iii. Sometimes, your situation may be preparing you for where God is taking you (Genesis 45:5-8).

iv. Dare to stand out rather than fit in.

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

Students should share with the class their experience with distractions’ and how they dealt with them.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: FIND GREEN PASTURES

Question 1: What is a ‘Green pasture’?

Answer: A Green pasture is a place of freshness or newness (Isaiah 43:19).

Question 2: What does ‘He maketh me lie down in green pastures’ mean?

Answer: ‘He maketh me lie down in green pastures’ means God is willing to make you rest in the blessings He has given you (Ecclesiastes 2:24;1 Timothy 6:17).

Question 3: What does ‘lie down in green pasture’ mean?

Answer: To ‘lie down in green pasture’ could mean:

• Being hopeful again after a series of disappointments (Job 14:7).
• Receiving the ability and strength to love again after a hurt (1 Corinthians 13:4,2.
• To want to live again after barely escaping from depression (Job 6:11; 14:14).
• To believe that afflictions shall not rise again (Nahum 1:9).
• To try again and succeed in areas where you have once failed (Micah 7:8).
• To receive peace and let go of offenses, bitterness, and anger that have held you captive for long (John 14:27; Ephesians 4:31), etc.

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

Identify the ‘green pasture’ that you are afraid of and pray for boldness to lie on it.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 29 June 2025

You cannot be in a place of still waters until you let go of the things distracting you or invading your space.

EVALUATION:

How can you achieve the calmness that will birth the greatness inside you?

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, please help me to lie in the green pastures that you have made avallable to me.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 44

Write out five areas of turbulence in your life, and pray for divine leading to the still waters (No Mark).

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Today’s Lesson 43 topic: MODERATION

Date: 22 June 2025

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TOPIC: MODERATION

OPENING PRAYER: Father, help me to be moderate in all I do in Jesus’ name.

PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE: The teacher should allow the assistant teacher to review the lesson for the previous week.

BIBLE READING

BIBLE PASSAGE: Philippians 4:5-6, 11-12

5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
11 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
12 I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.

MEMORY VERSE:

“Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.” Philippians 4:5.

LESSON INTRODUCTION

Moderation is keeping our behaviour and lifestyle in check so that our actions, feelings and habits can be within reasonable bounds.

It is avoiding excesses in all we do. Moderation is a desirable virtue for a Christian. Good and legitimate desires can become a sin when they go over lawful lim-its. Living a life of moderation is demanding in today’s world. However, the Bible teaches us that excess of anything is not good (Ecclesiastes 2:10-11). It is expedient for Christians to understand how and why we should live in moderation.

TEACHER’S DIARY

LESSON AIM:

To teach how and why believers should live in moderation.

TEACHING OBJECTIVES:

Through this study, students should be able to:

• Define moderation.
• Explain the reasons for moderation.
• Understand how to live in moderation.

TEACHING PLAN:

To achieve the above-stated objectives, the teacher should:

a. Allow the students to recite the memory verse, read the Bible passage, contribute to the dis-cussion, and do class activities and assignment.

0. Allow the Assistant Teacher to see to the wellbeing of the class, and mark attendance and assignment.

c. Teach the lesson outline, summarise, con-clude, evaluate the lesson and give assignment.

TEXT REVIEW: Philippians 4:5-6, 11-12.

The first part of this passage relates Apostle Paul’s letter of admonition on moderation to the Philippians as follows:

1. Let your moderation…V5a.
2. The Lord…v5b.
3. Be careful…V6.

In the other part, Apostle Paul showing his deep appreciation for their liberality to him in prison, established how he has learned to manage the period of surplus as well as the period of scarcity.

He explains that:

a. His contentment never really made him lack anything……V11.

b. He knew how to …..V12.

TEACHING METHOD:

The Lecture Teaching Method.

TIME MANAGEMENT:

The teacher should apply the two-lesson outline teaching time.

LESSON OUTLINE 1: THE REASONS FOR MODERATION

1. The teacher should ask the class why they need to live in moderation and use the following points to explain.
2. Moderation aligns with the biblical principle of self-control and avoidance of extremes (Galatians 5:22-23; 2 Peter 1:5-6).
3. It helps other people to know where we stand (Philippians 4:5).
4. It is associated with being honoured and valued by men (Proverbs 17:28; Luke 14:8-11).
5. It brings honour to God and makes us acceptable before men.
6. Note: The only area, in which we do not need to be moderate, is our love for God. We are to love God without limits (Mark 12:30).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1:

The class should mention other reasons for moderation.

LESSON OUTLINE 2: HOW TO LIVE IN MODERATION

Moderation should be reflected in every area of our lives. Christians should show moderation in:

Speech (James 1:19; Proverbs 10:19).

Appearance (1Timothy 2:9-10).

Eating and drinking (Proverbs 23:20-21;25:16).

Relaxation/pleasure (1Timothy 5:6;2 Timothy 3:4- 5).

Desires (Colossians 3:5).

Cares of life (Luke 21:34).

Happiness (Matthew 14:6-10).

Money (1 Timothy 6:6-10).

Celebrations (Daniel 5:23-30).

Liberty (1 Corinthians 8:9).

Personal convictions (Romans 14:1-5).

Friendship (2 Corinthians 6:14-18; Proverbs 25:17

To keep within lawful bounds, believers should:

Make no provision for the flesh to fulfil its lust (Romans 13:14; Galatians 5:24).

Not follow the examples of the world (1 John 2:15- 16).

Walk in the Spirit and be heavenly-minded (Romans 8:6; Galatians 5:16).

CLASS ACTIVITY 2:

The class should discuss the consequences of living extravagantly.

CONCLUSION: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual 22 June 2025

To enjoy a peaceful life, be moderate in all things. Those who want to win the race to eternal life must also be temperate in all things (1 Corinthians 9:24-27).

EVALUATION:

Mention the areas believers should live in moderation.

CLOSING PRAYER:

Father, I receive grace to be moderate in all things.

ASSIGNMENT: RCCG Sunday School Teachers Manual Lesson 43

Mention five areas of your life where you must show moderation (2×5=10 Marks).

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